Group B standings
| # | Team | P | W | D | L | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  Canada | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2 |  Switzerland | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 3 |  Qatar | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 4 |  Bosnia | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
What each team needs
Canada
A win in their opening match would put Canada in a strong position to advance from Group B.
Bosnia
An opening win over Canada would be a major statement and strengthen Bosnia's chances of progressing.
Team comparison
| Stat | Canada | Bosnia |
|---|---|---|
| FIFA Ranking | 27 | 58 |
| World Cup Titles | 0 | 0 |
| World Cup Appearances | 3 | 2 |
| Best WC Finish | Group stage (2022) | Group stage (2014) |
| Manager | Jesse Marsch | Sergej Barbarez |
| How They Qualified | Host nation — automatic qualification | UEFA Playoff Path A winner |
| 2022 World Cup | Group stage — 0 wins, 0 draws, 3 losses | Did not qualify |
| Captain | Alphonso Davies | Edin Džeko |
Prediction
Canada 2 — 1 Bosnia
Based on FIFA rankings and recent form. Canada (ranked 27th) enters as the slight favourite.
Match facts
Canada have appeared at 3 World Cups. Bosnia have appeared at 2.
Canada are ranked 27th in the world. Bosnia are ranked 58th.
This match takes place at BMO Field, which is one of the 16 World Cup 2026 venues.
How to watch
| Region | Broadcast |
|---|---|
| USA (English) | FOX / FOX Sports App |
| USA (Spanish) | Telemundo / Peacock |
| UK | BBC / ITV (TBC) |
| Worldwide | FIFA+ (select territories) |
Venue
BMO Field · Toronto · Capacity: 45,000
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